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Although extant meta-analyses support the notion that exercise results in cognitive performance enhancement, methodology shortcomings are noted among primary evidence. The present study examined relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in the past 20 years (1996-2015) for methodological concerns arise from Lord's paradox. Our analysis revealed that RCTs supporting the positive effect of exercise on cognition are likely to include Type I Error(s). This result can be attributed to... Show moreAlthough extant meta-analyses support the notion that exercise results in cognitive performance enhancement, methodology shortcomings are noted among primary evidence. The present study examined relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in the past 20 years (1996-2015) for methodological concerns arise from Lord's paradox. Our analysis revealed that RCTs supporting the positive effect of exercise on cognition are likely to include Type I Error(s). This result can be attributed to the use of gain score analysis on pretest-posttest data as well as the presence of control group superiority over the exercise group on baseline cognitive measures. To improve accuracy of causal inferences in this area, analysis of covariance on pretest-posttest data is recommended under the assumption of group equivalence. Important experimental procedures are discussed to maintain group equivalence. Show less

Supervision is a widely recognised component of counsellor training, yet little is known about the clinical supervision training of rehabilitation counsellor educators during their doctoral education. Using syllabi from doctoral rehabilitation counselling programmes, this article discusses the state of clinical supervision in doctoral-level training, and its teaching and clinical implications. 16 of the 25 Ph.D. programmes in rehabilitation responded to contact, and 11 programmes reported... Show moreSupervision is a widely recognised component of counsellor training, yet little is known about the clinical supervision training of rehabilitation counsellor educators during their doctoral education. Using syllabi from doctoral rehabilitation counselling programmes, this article discusses the state of clinical supervision in doctoral-level training, and its teaching and clinical implications. 16 of the 25 Ph.D. programmes in rehabilitation responded to contact, and 11 programmes reported offering a course in supervision. Eight of these programmes shared the syllabus for their doctoral-level supervision course(s). The syllabi were analysed to find common themes related to content, learning objectives, assignments and readings. These themes are discussed, and are followed by five recommendations on the manner in which clinical supervision should be provided in rehabilitation doctoral programmes. Show less

Date Issued

2016-07

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FSU_libsubv1_wos_000382129500005, 10.1017/jrc.2016.2

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Citation

Title

Fostering College and Career Readiness: How Career Development Activities in Schools Impact on Graduation Rates and Students' Life Success.

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Sampson, James P., Hooley, Tristram, Marriot, John

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This paper sets out the recent evidence around career development. This evidence is examined within the context of the college and career readiness agenda. The argument is made that in order for young people to be genuinely "ready" for both college and career they need to have attended to their academic achievement, their aspirations and plans for the future, their ability to make transitions and their ability to direct their own careers. It is argued that career development offers schools a... Show moreThis paper sets out the recent evidence around career development. This evidence is examined within the context of the college and career readiness agenda. The argument is made that in order for young people to be genuinely "ready" for both college and career they need to have attended to their academic achievement, their aspirations and plans for the future, their ability to make transitions and their ability to direct their own careers. It is argued that career development offers schools a body of practice that has been shown to have a positive impact on young people's readiness for college and career. The report acknowledges that the provision of career development has been in decline in many North American schools despite evidence of its effectiveness. Given the current instability of the labor market, the increasing complexity of the education system and the need to grow the skills base of the workforce in a competitive global market, failing to attend to young people's careers seems shortsighted. As this paper shows, there is a strong body of evidence which demonstrates that career development activity in schools can help young people to experience academic achievement, successfully transition to the labor market and live happier and more productive lives. It is hoped that setting out the evidence in this area of research will provide policy makers and school leaders with the resources required to make informed decisions and to support the development of the future generations of talent. The paper explores the impacts of career development in relation to four main questions: • Does career development engage young people in their schooling and help keep them attending school? • Does career development positively impact on young people's academic achievement? • Does career development assist young people in making successful transitions to college or the labor market? • Does career development have a positive effect on people's career and life success? Show less

Date Issued

2011

Identifier

FSU_migr_edpsy_faculty_publications-0008X

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Citation

Title

Fostering Counseling Students’ Career Information Literacy Through a Comprehensive Career Web Site.

Creator

Zalaquett, Carlos P., Osborn, Debra S.

Abstract/Description

Counseling students need to become knowledgeable about existing online career development tools to provide effective career development services today. The authors describe the characteristics of a Web site developed to foster career information literacy among students taking graduate career courses and examine its academic usefulness. Student evaluations suggest that the Web site is useful in promoting career information literacy and knowledge. Students who used the Web site showed a... Show moreCounseling students need to become knowledgeable about existing online career development tools to provide effective career development services today. The authors describe the characteristics of a Web site developed to foster career information literacy among students taking graduate career courses and examine its academic usefulness. Student evaluations suggest that the Web site is useful in promoting career information literacy and knowledge. Students who used the Web site showed a significant gain in perceived self‐knowledge as well as in actual knowledge of career information. Ways of using the career Web site to improve students' knowledge of online career resources are explored. Show less

Ethical Issues Associated with Information and Communication Technology in Counseling and Guidance.

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Sampson, James P., Makela, Julia Panke

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For more than 50 years, literature on the use of information and communication technology in counseling and guidance has presented ethical issues related to the development and use of technologies in practice. This paper reviews the ethical issues raised, organizing them into three categories: Social equity, resources, and services. Career professionals' efforts to address these ethical issues are introduced via a discussion of ethical, credentialing, and accreditation standards. The article... Show moreFor more than 50 years, literature on the use of information and communication technology in counseling and guidance has presented ethical issues related to the development and use of technologies in practice. This paper reviews the ethical issues raised, organizing them into three categories: Social equity, resources, and services. Career professionals' efforts to address these ethical issues are introduced via a discussion of ethical, credentialing, and accreditation standards. The article concludes with a call for additional standards development, training resources, and research to shape the use of rapidly changing technologies in ways that ethically and effectively enhance client services., This article reviewed the literature on information and communication technology and how it is used in counseling and guidance practice. Issues were organized in terms of social equity, resources, and services. The authors discussed these issues in relation to ethical, credential, and accreditation standards. Finally, the authors pointed out the need for additional standards, training, and research on rapidly changing technologies and how they can be used ethically and effectively to enhance client services. Show less

Date Issued

2014

Identifier

FSU_migr_edpsy_faculty_publications-0008, 10.1007/s10775-013-9258-7

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Citation

Title

Linking Career and Mental Health Concerns Through Technology.

Creator

Osborn, Debra, Belle, Jacqueline, Gonzalez, Austin, McCain, Shae C.

Date Issued

2016-01-01

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1519745840_d7797313

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Citation

Title

The Impact of Multiple Endpoint Dependency on Q and I^2 in Meta-analysis.

Creator

Becker, Betsy Jane, Thompson, Christopher

Abstract/Description

A common assumption in meta-analysis is that effect sizes are independent. When correlated effect sizes are analyzed using traditional univariate techniques, this assumption is violated. This research assesses the impact of dependence arising from treatment-control studies with multiple endpoints on homogeneity measures Q and I^2 in scenarios using the unbiased standardized-mean-difference effect size. Univariate and multivariate meta-analysis methods are examined. Conditions included... Show moreA common assumption in meta-analysis is that effect sizes are independent. When correlated effect sizes are analyzed using traditional univariate techniques, this assumption is violated. This research assesses the impact of dependence arising from treatment-control studies with multiple endpoints on homogeneity measures Q and I^2 in scenarios using the unbiased standardized-mean-difference effect size. Univariate and multivariate meta-analysis methods are examined. Conditions included different overall outcome effects, study sample sizes, numbers of studies, between-outcomes correlations, dependency structures, and ways of computing the correlation. The univariate approach used typical fixed-effects analyses whereas the multivariate approach used generalized least squares (GLS) estimates of a fixed-effects model, weighted by the inverse variance-covariance matrix. Increased dependence among effect sizes led to increased Type I error rates from univariate models. When effect sizes were strongly dependent, error rates were drastically higher than nominal levels regardless of study sample size and number of studies. In contrast, using GLS estimation to account for multiple-endpoint dependency maintained error rates within nominal levels. Conversely, mean I^2 values were not greatly affected by increased amounts of dependency. Last, we point out that the between-outcomes correlation should be estimated as a pooled within-groups correlation rather than using a full-sample estimator which does not consider treatment/control group membership. Show less

Date Issued

2014

Identifier

FSU_migr_edpsy_faculty_publications-0006, 10.1002/jrsm.1110

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Citation

Title

Group 2: Career Techniques and Assessments from an International Perspective: Career Techniques and Assessments from an International Perspective.

Creator

Osborn, Debra S., Lenz, Janet G.

Abstract/Description

Career assessments are a primary tool of career counselors. This article summarizes three expert presentations and comments from a discussant group from several countries on the theme “Techniques and Assessment,” which were part of the 2010 NCDA/IAEVG/SVP International Symposium in San Francisco, California. Group participants identified two goals related to the topic, including: a) creating a joint statement on the use of assessments and b) to identify the best practices related to career... Show moreCareer assessments are a primary tool of career counselors. This article summarizes three expert presentations and comments from a discussant group from several countries on the theme “Techniques and Assessment,” which were part of the 2010 NCDA/IAEVG/SVP International Symposium in San Francisco, California. Group participants identified two goals related to the topic, including: a) creating a joint statement on the use of assessments and b) to identify the best practices related to career assessments. In addition, group members identified relevant resources and strategies for addressing these two goals. Show less

Date Issued

2010-06-28

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1522439582_17fb5e11

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Citation

Title

A Guide to Quantitative and Qualitative Dissertation Research.

Creator

Sampson, James P.

Abstract/Description

This book begins with an explanation of the nature and characteristics of successful dissertation research. An approach to organizing the dissertation concept paper, the dissertation prospectus, the dissertation, and the dissertation manuscript is then described. The specific elements of the dissertation are described in detail. The book continues with an example of dissertation headings for a specific research question. The book ends with a dissertation research bibliography and four... Show moreThis book begins with an explanation of the nature and characteristics of successful dissertation research. An approach to organizing the dissertation concept paper, the dissertation prospectus, the dissertation, and the dissertation manuscript is then described. The specific elements of the dissertation are described in detail. The book continues with an example of dissertation headings for a specific research question. The book ends with a dissertation research bibliography and four checklists for completing the dissertation concept paper, the dissertation prospectus, the dissertation, and the dissertation manuscript. Show less

Date Issued

2012

Identifier

FSU_migr_edpsy_faculty_publications-0001-c

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Set of related objects

Title

Integrating Assessments into the Career Decision-Making Conversation.

Creator

Osborn, Debra S., Finklea, J. Tyler, Belle, Jacqueline G.

Abstract/Description

Career assessments play a key role in helping individuals inform their career decisions, whether through clarifying interests, values, and skills, identifying barriers to decision making, or in expanding one's options. We have found that many career counseling clients, often within minutes of initially engaging with a career practitioner, make a statement to the effect of, "I want to take that test that will tell me what I should be." In the sections that follow, we present an argument that... Show moreCareer assessments play a key role in helping individuals inform their career decisions, whether through clarifying interests, values, and skills, identifying barriers to decision making, or in expanding one's options. We have found that many career counseling clients, often within minutes of initially engaging with a career practitioner, make a statement to the effect of, "I want to take that test that will tell me what I should be." In the sections that follow, we present an argument that career assessments should be part of the overall process of career counseling, not a standalone activity. We present a model of incorporating career assessments into the overall career counseling process, and demonstrate that model through use of a case study. In addition, we discuss implications for career service practitioners - but first, we will begin with a review of the purpose/utility of career assessments. Show less

What is that intangible force that makes some classrooms positively buzz with interest, attention, and excitement about learning? While motivation can't easily be quantified, few would dispute its essential role in promoting academic engagement and achievement. This uniquely practical book is the first how-to guide on motivating students in grades K-3. Presented are research-based strategies and techniques that are brought to life in three extended case studies of highly successful motivators... Show moreWhat is that intangible force that makes some classrooms positively buzz with interest, attention, and excitement about learning? While motivation can't easily be quantified, few would dispute its essential role in promoting academic engagement and achievement. This uniquely practical book is the first how-to guide on motivating students in grades K-3. Presented are research-based strategies and techniques that are brought to life in three extended case studies of highly successful motivators. Vividly demonstrating how these exemplary teachers flood their classrooms with motivation, the book provides inspiration and practical ideas that readers can implement in their own work. It also guides teachers in recognizing and avoiding key pitfalls--the attitudes, instructional methods, and classroom management approaches that may inadvertently undermine student motivation. Show less

This study investigated the relationships among incoming knowledge, persistence, affective states, in-game progress, and consequently learning outcomes for students using the game Physics Playground. We used structural equation modeling to examine these relations. We tested three models, obtaining a model with good fit to the data. We found evidence that both the pretest and the in-game measure of student performance significantly predicted learning outcome, while the in-game measure of... Show moreThis study investigated the relationships among incoming knowledge, persistence, affective states, in-game progress, and consequently learning outcomes for students using the game Physics Playground. We used structural equation modeling to examine these relations. We tested three models, obtaining a model with good fit to the data. We found evidence that both the pretest and the in-game measure of student performance significantly predicted learning outcome, while the in-game measure of performance was predicted by pretest data, frustration, and engaged concentration. Moreover, we found evidence for two indirect paths from engaged concentration and frustration to learning, via the in-game progress measure. We discuss the importance of these findings, and consider viable next steps concerning the design of effective learning supports within game environments. Show less

Teacher education assumes that the more time observing practicing teachers, the better, but the value of observation (guided or unguided) in early field experiences is unknown. In this mixed-methods study, we examined the levels of reflection, use of future-oriented reflection, and changes in the reflective writing of 90 preservice elementary education teachers enrolled in two sections of an early field experience course (one of which received guided observation) at a large university in the... Show moreTeacher education assumes that the more time observing practicing teachers, the better, but the value of observation (guided or unguided) in early field experiences is unknown. In this mixed-methods study, we examined the levels of reflection, use of future-oriented reflection, and changes in the reflective writing of 90 preservice elementary education teachers enrolled in two sections of an early field experience course (one of which received guided observation) at a large university in the United States While the level of reflection in the writing of 35% of the preservice teachers (PTs) increased in complexity over the span of a semester, only 10% of the PTs ever demonstrated the deepest level of reflection in their writing. Future-oriented reflection accounted for 6% of the language in the assignments with a majority of the instances documenting what PTs planned to do in their future classrooms. PTs in the guided observation group demonstrated a significantly higher level of reflection than those in the unguided group. With these findings in mind, we present implications for teacher-education field experiences and future research, such as providing scaffolding for futureoriented reflection. Show less

Multilingual Versions of Popular Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Tests: Considerations for Training School Psychologists.

Creator

Krach, S. Kathleen, Doss, Kanessa Miller, McCreery, Michael P.

Abstract/Description

This paper focuses on bias in the translation of social, emotional, and behavioral tests. Specifically, the authors address tests developed in the United States (U. S.), but later adapted for use with non-English speakers, and / or individuals who live(d) outside of the United States. Ethics and best practices for use and selection of test translations are described, along with problems endemic to ad-hoc translation. In addition, the authors surveyed publishers to determine what languages and... Show moreThis paper focuses on bias in the translation of social, emotional, and behavioral tests. Specifically, the authors address tests developed in the United States (U. S.), but later adapted for use with non-English speakers, and / or individuals who live(d) outside of the United States. Ethics and best practices for use and selection of test translations are described, along with problems endemic to ad-hoc translation. In addition, the authors surveyed publishers to determine what languages and normative data have been made available other than the English version (with U.S. norms). This information is tabulated and presented. The most popular language available was English; normative data was available for English speakers from the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Spanish was the second most popular, with 12.59% of the tests translated into Spanish (8.3% with norms). These Spanish norms may be general (all Spanish speakers) or specific (e.g., Puerto Rican norms). In addition, country-based norms are described for some tests, but the actual language is not (e.g., there are norms for Spain but it is unclear if the language is Castilian, Basque, Catalan, Galician, or Occitan). Show less

Date Issued

2015

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1480366096

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Citation

Title

A Comparison of Two MCMC Algorithms for Hierarchical Mixture Models.

Creator

Almond, Russell

Abstract/Description

Mixture models form an important class of models for unsupervised learning, allowing data points to be assigned labels based on their values. However, standard mixture models procedures do not deal well with rare components. For example, pause times in student essays have different lengths depending on what cognitive processes a student engages in during the pause. However, instances of student planning (and hence very long pauses) are rare, and thus it is difficult to estimate those... Show moreMixture models form an important class of models for unsupervised learning, allowing data points to be assigned labels based on their values. However, standard mixture models procedures do not deal well with rare components. For example, pause times in student essays have different lengths depending on what cognitive processes a student engages in during the pause. However, instances of student planning (and hence very long pauses) are rare, and thus it is difficult to estimate those parameters from a single student’s essays. A hierarchical mixture model eliminates some of those problems, by pooling data across several of the higher level units (in the example students) to estimate parameters of the mixture components. One way to estimate the parameters of a hierarchical mixture model is to use MCMC. But these models have several issues such as non-identifiability under label switching that make them difficultcult to estimate just using off-the-shelf MCMC tools. This paper looks at the steps necessary to estimate these models using two popular MCMC packages: JAGS (random walk Metropolis algorithm) and Stan (Hamiltonian Monte Carlo). JAGS, Stan and R code to estimate the models and model fit statistics are published along with the paper. Show less

Date Issued

2014-01-01

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1472577781

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Citation

Title

Challenges Raising a Gifted Child: Stress and Resilience Factors within the Family.

Creator

Renati, Robert, Bonfiglio, Natale Salvatore, Pfeiffer, Steven

Abstract/Description

The research on families of the gifted is extremely limited. In the past, families of the gifted have been studied mainly for two reasons: to discover how family life creates or supports giftedness or eminence, or to understand how one gifted child affects siblings. Few studies, however, have examined the impact of gifted children on the lives of parents. Most studies highlight that many gifted have unique needs and vulnerabilities. Although there is limited empirical research on the... Show moreThe research on families of the gifted is extremely limited. In the past, families of the gifted have been studied mainly for two reasons: to discover how family life creates or supports giftedness or eminence, or to understand how one gifted child affects siblings. Few studies, however, have examined the impact of gifted children on the lives of parents. Most studies highlight that many gifted have unique needs and vulnerabilities. Although there is limited empirical research on the experience of parenting a gifted child, there is clinical and anecdotal evidence that the role presents unique parenting challenges. This article presents preliminary research data on the experiences of parenting a gifted child within the family. The authors embrace a risk and resilience model, supported by clinical data obtained from families with a gifted child seen at a leading center for gifted children in Milan., This study found that parents of gifted children in Italy confront unique challenges compared to their peers, including lack of parenting alliance, difficulties managing family routines, challenges handling sibling relationships, and less-than-adequate family communication., In this article, the authors address the gap in the literature regarding parenting challenges of gifted children. Based on a risk and resilience model, the authors used semi-structure interviews with 49 Italian parents of gifted children to identify sources of stress. Results showed that lack of parenting alliance, difficulties managing family routines, challenges handling sibling relationships, and less-than-adequate family communication were all key stressors. The implications of the findings for clinical practice were also discussed. Show less

Information and communication technology (ICT) has provided unparalleled access to assessments, information, and instruction for individuals seeking to make career decisions. However, problems with the design and use of this technology can limit the effectiveness of career resources and services delivered via the Internet. The resulting challenges are described below.

Date Issued

2006

Identifier

FSU_migr_edpsy_faculty_publications-0004X

Format

Citation

Title

Changing the Default to Support Open Access to Education Research.

Creator

Roehrig, Alysia D., Soper, Devin, Cox, Bradley E., Colvin, Gloria P.

Abstract/Description

This essay explores factors underlying the underutilization of Open Access (OA) to make education research literature freely available online, where it can benefit a global audience of researchers, students, teachers, and policymakers. Situating this autobiographical self-study in the context of the broader global and scholarly context, we use Bullough and Pinnegar’s (2001) setting-convocation-resolution approach to present our stories as points of departure for reflection, conversation,... Show moreThis essay explores factors underlying the underutilization of Open Access (OA) to make education research literature freely available online, where it can benefit a global audience of researchers, students, teachers, and policymakers. Situating this autobiographical self-study in the context of the broader global and scholarly context, we use Bullough and Pinnegar’s (2001) setting-convocation-resolution approach to present our stories as points of departure for reflection, conversation, research, and action. We do so to raise awareness and enhance understanding of the complex and rapidly evolving legal, ethical, and practical issues surrounding public accessibility to scholarship. We also issue a call to action by outlining concrete, stakeholder-specific steps that would help OA become the new default for publication of education research. Show less

This article looks closely at two types of errors children have been shown to make with universal quantification-Exhaustive Pairing (EP) errors and Underexhaustive errors-and asks whether they reflect the same underlying phenomenon. In a large-scale, longitudinal study, 140 children were tested 4 times from ages 4 to 7 on sentences involving the universal quantifier every. We find an interesting inverse relationship between EP errors and Underexhaustive errors over development: the point at... Show moreThis article looks closely at two types of errors children have been shown to make with universal quantification-Exhaustive Pairing (EP) errors and Underexhaustive errors-and asks whether they reflect the same underlying phenomenon. In a large-scale, longitudinal study, 140 children were tested 4 times from ages 4 to 7 on sentences involving the universal quantifier every. We find an interesting inverse relationship between EP errors and Underexhaustive errors over development: the point at which children stop making Underexhaustive errors is also when they begin making EP errors. Underexhaustive errors, common at early stages in our study, may be indicative of a non-adult, non-exhaustive semantics for every. EP errors, which emerge later, and remain frequent even at age 7, are progressive in nature and were also found with adults in a control study. Following recent developmental work (Drozd and van Loosbroek 2006; Smits 2010), we suggest that these errors do not signal lack of knowledge, but may stem from independent difficulties appropriately restricting the quantifier domain in the presence of a salient, but irrelevant, extra object. Show less

Date Issued

2017-05-09

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_wos_000409280600002, 10.5334/gjgl.166

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Citation

Title

Client Anticipations About Computer-Assisted Career Guidance System Outcomes.

Although existing literature suggests that client anticipations affect career counseling, previous studies have not systematically assessed client anticipations prior to using computer-assisted career guidance (CACG) systems in career counseling. This study describes how 55 clients from a career center at a large, southeastern university anticipated using CACG systems to help in their career decision making and problem solving. Using a Cognitive Information Processing framework, responses to... Show moreAlthough existing literature suggests that client anticipations affect career counseling, previous studies have not systematically assessed client anticipations prior to using computer-assisted career guidance (CACG) systems in career counseling. This study describes how 55 clients from a career center at a large, southeastern university anticipated using CACG systems to help in their career decision making and problem solving. Using a Cognitive Information Processing framework, responses to a cued and a free response survey indicated that clients' most frequent anticipations included increased career options enhanced self-knowledge, and strengthened occupational knowledge. Show less

According to the Dualistic Model of Passion (39), passion entails valuing, liking, and spending time on an activity. The Dualistic Model also posits two types of passion for activities: harmonious passion (individual voluntarily engages in the activity) and obsessive passion (individual is compelled to engage in the activity). The purpose of the present study was to examine the possible links between college students' passion for academic activities and problematic health behaviors including... Show moreAccording to the Dualistic Model of Passion (39), passion entails valuing, liking, and spending time on an activity. The Dualistic Model also posits two types of passion for activities: harmonious passion (individual voluntarily engages in the activity) and obsessive passion (individual is compelled to engage in the activity). The purpose of the present study was to examine the possible links between college students' passion for academic activities and problematic health behaviors including smoking, excessive drinking, exercise addiction, disordered eating, and sleepiness, which is a possible indicator of sleep deprivation. Participants (n = 502) completed a survey gauging passion type and health behaviors. Regression analyses revealed obsessive passion for academic activities was positively associated with scores on measures of excessive drinking (β = .15, p= .008), exercise addiction (β = .19, pShow less

This article identifies and briefly describes the broad range of variables that may influence clients' readiness to benefit from career interventions. The article also discusses consequences of low readiness for effective use of career interventions and addresses implications for practice as well as for future research. Variables contributing to low readiness for effective use of career interventions include personal characteristics and circumstances; knowledge of self, options, and decision... Show moreThis article identifies and briefly describes the broad range of variables that may influence clients' readiness to benefit from career interventions. The article also discusses consequences of low readiness for effective use of career interventions and addresses implications for practice as well as for future research. Variables contributing to low readiness for effective use of career interventions include personal characteristics and circumstances; knowledge of self, options, and decision making; and prior experience with career interventions. Consequences of low readiness for using career interventions include premature disengagement, negative perception of skills and interests, selective acquisition of incomplete information, premature choice foreclosure, protracted exploration, dependent decision-making style, and poor evaluation of options. Show less

The purpose of the present study was to examine the effect of olfactory ovulation cues (i.e., female body odors) on a range of psychological, physiological, and behavioral indices in males during an exertive motor task. Eighty-eight male participants performed a handgrip squeezing task at 20% of maximum squeezing capacity to volitional fatigue. There were three conditions to the study: control, placebo, and ovulation. Researchers recoded participants' rate of perceived exertion (RPE),... Show moreThe purpose of the present study was to examine the effect of olfactory ovulation cues (i.e., female body odors) on a range of psychological, physiological, and behavioral indices in males during an exertive motor task. Eighty-eight male participants performed a handgrip squeezing task at 20% of maximum squeezing capacity to volitional fatigue. There were three conditions to the study: control, placebo, and ovulation. Researchers recoded participants' rate of perceived exertion (RPE), attention allocation, heart rate (HR), and skin conductance response (SCR). Multivariate analysis did not reveal significant differences among the groups. However, as task duration increased, small to large effect sizes (Cohen's d; d = .13 - .60) emerged between the ovulation and both the control and placebo groups for HR, SCR, and attention allocation. Effect size magnitude suggests female ovulation cues may have a delayed effect on males' attention and RPE during an exertive task. Future research should focus on alternative methods of collection and distribution of olfactory ovulation cues. To increase ecological validity, research also needs to test these effects by means of diverse tasks and settings (aerobic tasks, team tasks). Show less

Date Issued

2013

Identifier

FSU_migr_edpsy_faculty_publications-0004

Format

Citation

Title

The Vocational Meaning Survey (VMS): An Exploration of Importance in Current Work.

Creator

Peterson, Gary W., MacFarlane, John, Osborn, Debra S.

Abstract/Description

The Vocational Meaning Survey (VMS) and the Vocational Fulfillment Survey (VFS), both 28 items, were designed to measure the extent to which individuals find their present employment meaningful and fulfilling according to four dimensions, Basic Needs, Self-Enhancement, Team Enhancement, and Transcendence. The results can assist career clients in ascertaining whether to engage in career exploration and decision making.

Date Issued

2017-01-01

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1519747721_36e1e55e

Format

Citation

Title

Virtual School Counseling.

Creator

Osborn, Debra S, Peterson, Gary W, Hale, Rebecca R

Abstract/Description

The advent of virtual schools opens doors to opportunity for student services to be delivered via the Internet. Through the use of structured interviews with four practicing Florida virtual school counselors (FLVSCs), and a follow up survey, we examined the experiences and reflections of school counselors who are employed full time in a statewide virtual school. Findings highlight how FLVSCs differ in their activities from traditional school counselors. Implications for practice, training,... Show moreThe advent of virtual schools opens doors to opportunity for student services to be delivered via the Internet. Through the use of structured interviews with four practicing Florida virtual school counselors (FLVSCs), and a follow up survey, we examined the experiences and reflections of school counselors who are employed full time in a statewide virtual school. Findings highlight how FLVSCs differ in their activities from traditional school counselors. Implications for practice, training, and future research are suggested. Show less

This article presents findings from a year-long multilevel comparative case study exploring the characteristics of effective urban high schools. We developed a comprehensive framework from the school effectiveness research that guided our data collection and analysis at the four high schools. Using value-added methodology, we identified two higher and two lower performing high schools in Broward County, Florida. We found that the two higher performing high schools in the study had strong and... Show moreThis article presents findings from a year-long multilevel comparative case study exploring the characteristics of effective urban high schools. We developed a comprehensive framework from the school effectiveness research that guided our data collection and analysis at the four high schools. Using value-added methodology, we identified two higher and two lower performing high schools in Broward County, Florida. We found that the two higher performing high schools in the study had strong and deliberate structures, programs, and practices that attended to both students’ academic and social learning needs, something we call Personalization for Academic and Social Emotional Learning. Because of the study’s inductive focus on effectiveness, we follow our findings with a discussion of theories and prior research that substantiate the importance of schools’ attention to the connection between students’ academic and social emotional learning needs in high schools. Show less

Teachers commonly use behavioral logs as a primary method for controlling classroom behavior, but frequently they are using these logs incorrectly. For this reason, this article provides specific information on how to correctly use behavioral logs for techniques such as check-in/check-out, behavioral report cards, and token economies. Each of these are described in terms of empirical support for their use and how they would be integrated into a positive behavioral and intervention support... Show moreTeachers commonly use behavioral logs as a primary method for controlling classroom behavior, but frequently they are using these logs incorrectly. For this reason, this article provides specific information on how to correctly use behavioral logs for techniques such as check-in/check-out, behavioral report cards, and token economies. Each of these are described in terms of empirical support for their use and how they would be integrated into a positive behavioral and intervention support model. Concrete examples are provided for school-based practitioners to use when working with their own students. Show less

School Counselors’ Career Satisfaction and Commitment: Correlates and Predictors.

Creator

Baggerly, Jennifer N., Osborn, Debra

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The purpose of this article is to investigate correlates and predictors of school counselors' career satisfaction and commitment. Regression analyses of 1,280 Florida counselors' survey responses indicated that positive predictors of career satisfaction included appropriate duties, high self-efficacy, and district and peer supervision, while negative predictors were inappropriate duties and stress. The only positive predictor of career commitment was appropriate counseling duties while the... Show moreThe purpose of this article is to investigate correlates and predictors of school counselors' career satisfaction and commitment. Regression analyses of 1,280 Florida counselors' survey responses indicated that positive predictors of career satisfaction included appropriate duties, high self-efficacy, and district and peer supervision, while negative predictors were inappropriate duties and stress. The only positive predictor of career commitment was appropriate counseling duties while the only negative predictor was stress. Results and future directions are discussed. Show less

Date Issued

2006-02-01

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FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1522166111_6b7bb809

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Seeing Career Counseling-Related Websites Through the Eyes of Counselor Ed Students.

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Osborn, Debra, Zalaquett, Carlos

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284 career-related websites were evaluated by 68 graduate students (54 females, 14 males) enrolled in two sections of a Master’s level Career Development course. Results suggest that overwhelmingly, students rate these websites positively, with little discrimination among sites being evidenced. Site organization, information provided and links were the most often factors considered. Students’ knowledge of specific web-sites increased nearly 100% over a semester. Limitations and suggestions... Show more284 career-related websites were evaluated by 68 graduate students (54 females, 14 males) enrolled in two sections of a Master’s level Career Development course. Results suggest that overwhelmingly, students rate these websites positively, with little discrimination among sites being evidenced. Site organization, information provided and links were the most often factors considered. Students’ knowledge of specific web-sites increased nearly 100% over a semester. Limitations and suggestions for future research are provided. Show less

This article addresses the shifting educational priorities in the accountability era by examining states' expressed and assessed educational goals in relationship to those goals enjoying historical and popular support. We argue that curricular restriction in response to federally influenced educational priorities limits individual and social growth, concluding that the 2014 NCLB ultimatum provides a ready catalyst for reorienting educational priorities to address more holistic aims grounded... Show moreThis article addresses the shifting educational priorities in the accountability era by examining states' expressed and assessed educational goals in relationship to those goals enjoying historical and popular support. We argue that curricular restriction in response to federally influenced educational priorities limits individual and social growth, concluding that the 2014 NCLB ultimatum provides a ready catalyst for reorienting educational priorities to address more holistic aims grounded in research from positive psychology., An examination of how state and federal educational goals, particularly in terms of accountability, might have counterproductive effects on students and teachers by hindering individual and social growth., This paper argues that changing educational priorities coming from state and federal policies (such as the No Child Left Behind) often results in stakeholders’ (e.g. teachers) beliefs about the purposes of education being at odds with states’ expected student outcomes, limiting individual and social growth. The authors also discussed what other educational goals, beyond accountability, should be part of a 21st century education. Show less

This study examined the self‐reported value of spirituality, types of spiritual practices, and values of 69 counselor education students. It also examined counseling students’ ideas for how to increase their comfort with incorporating spirituality into counseling practice. Implications for implementing spirituality training in counselor education programs are addressed.

The traditional approach to building Bayesian networks is to build the graphical structure using a graphical editor and then add probabilities using a separate spreadsheet for each node. This can make it difficult for a design team to get an impression of the total evidence provided by an assessment, especially if the Bayesian network is split into many fragments to make it more manageable. Using the design patterns commonly used to build Bayesian networks for educational assessments, the... Show moreThe traditional approach to building Bayesian networks is to build the graphical structure using a graphical editor and then add probabilities using a separate spreadsheet for each node. This can make it difficult for a design team to get an impression of the total evidence provided by an assessment, especially if the Bayesian network is split into many fragments to make it more manageable. Using the design patterns commonly used to build Bayesian networks for educational assessments, the collection of networks necessary can be specified using two matrixes. An inverse covariance matrix among the proficiency variables (the variables which are the target of interest) specifies the graphical structure and relation strength of the proficiency model. A Q-matrix — an incidence matrix whose rows represent observable outcomes from assessment tasks and whose columns represent proficiency variables — provides the graphical structure of the evidence models (graph fragments linking proficiency variables to observable outcomes). The Q-matrix can be augmented to provide details of relationship strengths and provide a high level overview of the kind of evidence available in the assessment. The representation of the model using matrixes means that the bulk of the specification work can be done using a desktop spreadsheet program and does not require specialized software, facilitating collaboration with external experts. The design idea is illustrated with some examples from prior assessment design projects. Show less

Date Issued

2007-01-01

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FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1472579811

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Training Culturally Competent Career Counselors.

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Osborn, Debra S., LoFrisco, Barbara M.

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CACREP and NCDA standards, along with the growing minority popu- lation in the United States, strongly suggest the importance of ensuring future career counselors are culturally competent. Yet, a recent search of the counselor education literature failed to locate any articles describ- ing how to accomplish this. This article addresses this gap by surveying the necessary elements of multicultural learning activities, providing examples used in other areas of counselor education, and... Show moreCACREP and NCDA standards, along with the growing minority popu- lation in the United States, strongly suggest the importance of ensuring future career counselors are culturally competent. Yet, a recent search of the counselor education literature failed to locate any articles describ- ing how to accomplish this. This article addresses this gap by surveying the necessary elements of multicultural learning activities, providing examples used in other areas of counselor education, and describing several ways of incorporating cultural competence in career development courses. Show less

Date Issued

2012-01-01

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1519747132_0c3cd3a5

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Title

Using Card Sorts In Career Assessment.

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Osborn, Debra S., Bethell, Detra S.

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Card sorts have been a career counseling tool since the 1960s, and have continued to be used to help individuals in the career decision-making process. This article provides an overview of the development and use of card sorts, including traditional card sorts, creative card sorts, a virtual card sort, and research on a virtual card sort.

Date Issued

2009-01-01

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FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1519747993_84ee479e

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An international discussion about cross-cultural career assessment.

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Osborn, Debra S.

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Career assessments are a common resource used by career practitioners internationally to help inform individuals’ career decision-making. Research on the topic of cross-cultural career assessment has been mostly limited to the applicability of an established inventory to a different culture. The purpose of this paper is to summarize the existing research on cross-cultural assessment, and to indicate a need for collaboration among career development associations with respect to the value and... Show moreCareer assessments are a common resource used by career practitioners internationally to help inform individuals’ career decision-making. Research on the topic of cross-cultural career assessment has been mostly limited to the applicability of an established inventory to a different culture. The purpose of this paper is to summarize the existing research on cross-cultural assessment, and to indicate a need for collaboration among career development associations with respect to the value and use of career assessments, using current ethical standards as a springboard for determining common ground and perhaps a joint statement about the value of career assessments. Show less

Understanding the Influence of Stigma and Medical Mistrust on Engagement in Routine Healthcare Among Black Women Who Have Sex with Women.

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Brenick, Alaina, Romano, Kelly, Kegler, Christopher, Eaton, Lisa A

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For Black women who have sex with women (BWSW), obtaining routine healthcare can be obstructed by a number of psychosocial barriers, including experiences of stigma, related to both sexual orientation and race, and medical mistrust, both race-based and global. Previous research demonstrates that sexual orientation and race-based stigma, as well as global and race-based medical mistrust, each have a negative impact on health outcomes and engagement in care (EIC) independently. This study... Show moreFor Black women who have sex with women (BWSW), obtaining routine healthcare can be obstructed by a number of psychosocial barriers, including experiences of stigma, related to both sexual orientation and race, and medical mistrust, both race-based and global. Previous research demonstrates that sexual orientation and race-based stigma, as well as global and race-based medical mistrust, each have a negative impact on health outcomes and engagement in care (EIC) independently. This study addresses gaps in the literature by examining the impact of these psychosocial barriers and their interactions among BWSW, an understudied population. Participants (256 BWSW) were surveyed at a Black Gay Pride festival. Separate generalized linear models assessed the independent and multiplicative effects of participants' self-reported sexual orientation stigma, race-based stigma, race-based medical mistrust, and global medical mistrust related to their engagement in routine physical exams and blood pressure screenings. Prevalence rates of both stigma measures were low, but prevalence rates of global and race-based medical mistrust were high. The results show that experiencing sexual orientation stigma or having race-based medical mistrust predicts significantly lower EIC. Furthermore, the frequencies of obtaining recent physical examinations and blood pressure screenings were significantly related to three- and two-way interactions between stigma and medical mistrust, respectively. There is an urgent need to address the intersectionality of these psychosocial barriers in an effort to increase BWSW's EIC. Show less

Reliabilities of scores for experimental tasks are likely to differ from one study to another to the extent that the task stimuli change, the number of trials varies, the type of individuals taking the task changes, the administration conditions are altered, or the focal task variable differs. Given that reliabilities vary as a function of the design of these tasks and the characteristics of the individuals taking them, making inferences about the reliability of scores in an ongoing study... Show moreReliabilities of scores for experimental tasks are likely to differ from one study to another to the extent that the task stimuli change, the number of trials varies, the type of individuals taking the task changes, the administration conditions are altered, or the focal task variable differs. Given that reliabilities vary as a function of the design of these tasks and the characteristics of the individuals taking them, making inferences about the reliability of scores in an ongoing study based on reliability estimates from prior studies is precarious. Thus, it would be advantageous to estimate reliability based on data from the ongoing study. We argue that internal consistency estimates of reliability are underutilized for experimental task data and in many applications could provide this information using a single administration of a task. We discuss different methods for computing internal consistency estimates with a generalized coefficient alpha and the conditions under which these estimates are accurate. We illustrate use of these coefficients using data for three different tasks. Show less

To conduct a model-driven meta-analysis of correlational research on psychological and motivational predictors of diabetes outcomes, with adherence factors as mediators. A comprehensive literature search of published and unpublished studies located a sample of 775 individual correlational or predictive studies reported across 739 research reports. Results varied according to the outcome variable included in the regression models. Depression had a larger negative effect on adherence to... Show moreTo conduct a model-driven meta-analysis of correlational research on psychological and motivational predictors of diabetes outcomes, with adherence factors as mediators. A comprehensive literature search of published and unpublished studies located a sample of 775 individual correlational or predictive studies reported across 739 research reports. Results varied according to the outcome variable included in the regression models. Depression had a larger negative effect on adherence to physical activity than on dietary adherence. Coping and self-efficacy were strongly related to dietary adherence, which was strongly related to improved glycemic control. Medication adherence was related to glycosylated hemoglobin, whereas medications and self-monitoring were related to fasting blood glucose. Adding appointment keeping to the models did not significantly alter the results. Self-efficacy was the most consistent predictor of all adherence behaviors and dietary adherence was the most significant predictor of HbA1c. Physical activity was the most predictive factor of BMI and glucose self-monitoring the most predictive of FBG. Metabolic control is a primary goal in T2DM, so the best pathway to attaining that goal appears to be an emphasis on self-efficacy and dietary adherence. Show less

Previous research demonstrates specific relationships between personality traits and general academic performance. In addition, research studies have demonstrated relationships among personality and variables related to reading fluency (i.e., speed, accuracy, automaticity, and prosody). However, little investigation has examined specific links between personality and reading fluency. The researchers hypothesized that there is a direct relationship between personality and reading fluency when... Show morePrevious research demonstrates specific relationships between personality traits and general academic performance. In addition, research studies have demonstrated relationships among personality and variables related to reading fluency (i.e., speed, accuracy, automaticity, and prosody). However, little investigation has examined specific links between personality and reading fluency. The researchers hypothesized that there is a direct relationship between personality and reading fluency when accounting for cognition. Findings indicate that the personality trait of Openness is a positive predictor of reading fluency ability; whereas, a significant negative relationship was found between Neuroticism and Reading Fluency. This information may help determine contributing factors in reading fluency problems and aid in intervention planning. Show less

Although extant meta-analyses support the notion that exercise results in cognitive performance enhancement, methodology shortcomings are noted among primary evidence. The present study examined relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in the past 20 years (19962015) for methodological concerns arise from Lord's paradox. Our analysis revealed that RCTs supporting the positive effect of exercise on cognition are likely to include Type I Error(s). This result can be attributed to... Show moreAlthough extant meta-analyses support the notion that exercise results in cognitive performance enhancement, methodology shortcomings are noted among primary evidence. The present study examined relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in the past 20 years (19962015) for methodological concerns arise from Lord's paradox. Our analysis revealed that RCTs supporting the positive effect of exercise on cognition are likely to include Type I Error(s). This result can be attributed to the use of gain score analysis on pretest-posttest data as well as the presence of control group superiority over the exercise group on baseline cognitive measures. To improve accuracy of causal inferences in this area, analysis of covariance on pretest-posttest data is recommended under the assumption of group equivalence. Important experimental procedures are discussed to maintain group equivalence. Show less

Date Issued

2016-07-21

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FSU_libsubv1_wos_000380013400001, 10.3389/fpsyg.2016.01092

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Title

Counseling Gifted Children in Singapore: Implications for Evidence-Based Treatment with a Multi-Cultural Population.

Creator

Yeo, Lay See, Pfeiffer, Steven I.

Abstract/Description

Gifted education (GE) in Singapore is entering its third decade. However, local research into the gifted is typically undertaken by graduate students and left as unpublished data. Internationally, there is also very little if any research on counseling models that have been empirically validated for use with gifted children irrespective of their country of origin and cultural experience. This article serendipitously originated from the second author’s visit to Singapore as a consulting... Show moreGifted education (GE) in Singapore is entering its third decade. However, local research into the gifted is typically undertaken by graduate students and left as unpublished data. Internationally, there is also very little if any research on counseling models that have been empirically validated for use with gifted children irrespective of their country of origin and cultural experience. This article serendipitously originated from the second author’s visit to Singapore as a consulting scholar and his discussions with personnel at the Singapore Education Ministry’s GE Branch and interactions with local teachers and parents of gifted children. Drawing on the published wisdom of clinical experts and the second author who have provided counseling for gifted children, and the first author’s knowledge about Asian culture and educational context in Singapore, the article proposes an evidence-based counseling model that could serve the needs of gifted children in Singapore and possibly other Asian countries., This article overviews research on gifted children in Singapore, and proposes an evidence-based counseling model that is based on theory and also culturally relevant to Asian populations., This article aims to add to the research literature on Singapore’s gifted children population, which is not widely studied. In addition to drawing from clinical research, the authors use their own expertise on Asian culture and on gifted children to propose an evidence-based counseling model that is not only theoretically sound, but locally relevant. Show less

Researchers investigated the diagnostic utility of the Social Skills Improvement System: Performance Screening Guide (SSIS-PSG; Elliot & Gresham, 2008). Correlational, regression, ROC, and conditional probability analyses were run to compare ratings on the SSIS-PSG subscales of Prosocial Behavior, Reading Skills, and Math Skills, to report card grades for conduct, reading, and math respectively. Respective subscales were all statistically significantly correlated with one another. In addition... Show moreResearchers investigated the diagnostic utility of the Social Skills Improvement System: Performance Screening Guide (SSIS-PSG; Elliot & Gresham, 2008). Correlational, regression, ROC, and conditional probability analyses were run to compare ratings on the SSIS-PSG subscales of Prosocial Behavior, Reading Skills, and Math Skills, to report card grades for conduct, reading, and math respectively. Respective subscales were all statistically significantly correlated with one another. In addition, all regressions indicated significant predictions for the SSIS-PSG to respective report card grades. ROC analyses for SSIS-PSG Math with math grades and SSIS-PSG Reading with reading grades were statistically significant and described as fair (Compton et al., 2010). ROC analysis for SSIS-PSG Prosocial Behavior with conduct grades was not significant and described as poor (Compton et al., 2010). In a conditional probability analysis, the variable of concern for screeners concerns false negative ratios (Compton et al., 2010); all estimates for this fell within the targeted range. Show less

In Education (as in many other fields) it is common to create complex systems to assess the state of latent properties of individuals - the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the students. Such systems usually consist of several processes including (1) a context determination process which identifies (or creates) tasks - contexts in which evidence can be gathered,|(2) an evidence capture process which records the work product produced by the student interacting with the task, (3) an evidence... Show moreIn Education (as in many other fields) it is common to create complex systems to assess the state of latent properties of individuals - the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the students. Such systems usually consist of several processes including (1) a context determination process which identifies (or creates) tasks - contexts in which evidence can be gathered,|(2) an evidence capture process which records the work product produced by the student interacting with the task, (3) an evidence identiffication process which captures observable outcome variables believed to have evidentiary value, and (4) an evidence accumulation system which integrates evidence across multiple tasks (contexts), which often can be implemented using a Bayesian network. In suchsystems, aws may be present in the conceptualization, identification of requirements or implementation of any one of the processes. In later stages of development, bugs are usually associated with a particular task. Tasks which have exceptionally high or unexpectedly low information associated with their observable variables may be problematic and merit further investigation. This paper identifies individuals with unexpectedly high or low scores and uses weight-of-evidence balance sheets to identify problematic tasks for follow-up.We illustrate these techniques with work on the game Newton's Playground : an educational game designed to assess a stu- dent's understanding of qualitative physics Show less

In 1991, Bracken and Barona wrote an article for School Psychology International focusing on state of the art procedures for translating and using tests across multiple languages. Considerable progress has been achieved in this area over the 25 years between that publication and today. This article seeks to provide a more current set of suggestions for altering tests originally developed for other cultures and / or languages. Beyond merely describing procedures for linguistic translations,... Show moreIn 1991, Bracken and Barona wrote an article for School Psychology International focusing on state of the art procedures for translating and using tests across multiple languages. Considerable progress has been achieved in this area over the 25 years between that publication and today. This article seeks to provide a more current set of suggestions for altering tests originally developed for other cultures and / or languages. Beyond merely describing procedures for linguistic translations, the authors provide suggestions on how to alter, use, and review tests as part of a cultural-linguistic adaptation process. These suggestions are described in a step-by-step manner that is usable both by test adapters and by consumers of adapted tests Show less

Cross-cultural analysis of HPT: An empirical investigation of HPT competencies in the workplace in the United States and South Asia.

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Vadivelu, Ramaswamay N., Klein, James D.

Abstract/Description

Recent research in the areas of human performance technology (HPT), organizational development, and cross-cultural training has suggested the need for developing managerial competencies that are effective in diverse cultural settings. Some competencies such as technical proficiency, knowledge of company systems, adaptability, and the ability to cope have been examined for their suitability in various cultures. However, there have been few efforts to examine the suitability and validity of HPT... Show moreRecent research in the areas of human performance technology (HPT), organizational development, and cross-cultural training has suggested the need for developing managerial competencies that are effective in diverse cultural settings. Some competencies such as technical proficiency, knowledge of company systems, adaptability, and the ability to cope have been examined for their suitability in various cultures. However, there have been few efforts to examine the suitability and validity of HPT competencies in cross-cultural settings. This exploratory study investigates the application of HPT competencies across two regions of the world. On the basis of a survey of more than 100 industry professionals, we obtained data indicating the frequency of application of a set of core HPT competencies in the United States and South Asian regions. Findings revealed significant differences between how practitioners in these two regions apply performance analysis, cause analysis, and intervention design and development competencies. Results suggest that cultural differences might be affecting how practitioners in these regions are applying HPT. Possible areas for future studies are discussed., In this study, the application of human performance technology (HPT) competencies across U.S. and South Asian regions was examined. Survey responses from over 100 industry professionals were used to observe the frequency and application of HPT. There were significant differences between how professionals in each region apply HPT competencies. Results suggest HPT practitioners from South Asia may be involved in more generic human resource job roles, while participants from the U.S seemed to be involved with more specific job roles, primarily dealing with training and performance improvement initiatives. Most HTP processes are based on Western values, but the authors conclude that the majority of the surveyed competencies appear to be applicable in South Asia and in the U.S. The authors suggest the differences might be due to distinctive features of U.S. and South Asia cultures., This study found significant differences between U.S. and South Asian professionals in their application of human performance technology (HPT) competencies, which the authors speculate is due to significant cultural differences between these two regions. Show less

Date Issued

2008-02-08

Identifier

FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1486417541, 10.1002/piq.20008

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Citation

Title

Degree of Alignment between Beginning Teachers' Practices and Beliefs about Effective.

Six beginning teachers were compared to an exemplary, experienced teacher. Teacher beliefs, classroom practices, and student engagement data were coded from theory-driven and data-driven perspectives. The strongest teachers demonstrated alignment between promotive/positive practices, beliefs, and students' engagement. The weakest teachers, whose students were less consistently engaged, demonstrated alignment between undermining practices and beliefs. For beginning teachers, with misaligned... Show moreSix beginning teachers were compared to an exemplary, experienced teacher. Teacher beliefs, classroom practices, and student engagement data were coded from theory-driven and data-driven perspectives. The strongest teachers demonstrated alignment between promotive/positive practices, beliefs, and students' engagement. The weakest teachers, whose students were less consistently engaged, demonstrated alignment between undermining practices and beliefs. For beginning teachers, with misaligned practices and beliefs, there may be potential for improving practices with experience. A testable model emerged depicting a metacognitive feedback loop for teachers who are aware of their shortcomings and place responsibility for students' behaviors and learning on themselves. Show less